Third Party Spend Programme Implementation Lead

Third Party Spend Programme Implementation Lead Leicestershire (Hybrid Working) £22.73 per hour (PAYE) Contract: 6 months (potential extension) Full-time (37 hours per week)About the RoleLeicestershire County Council is seeking an experienced Third Party Spend Programme Implementation Lead to support a major transformation programme.This is a critical interim role focused on delivering cost efficiencies and strategic improvements across third-party spend. You will lead a structured programme of work, identifying opportunities to reduce expenditure while maintaining service quality.Key ResponsibilitiesLead the implementation of a third-party spend reduction programmeDevelop and deliver a rolling review of spend categoriesAnalyse spend data to identify and realise cost-saving opportunitiesEngage with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to negotiate commercial outcomesProvide expert advice on resources, structure, and delivery approachSupport the wider transformation programme objectivesAbout YouWe are looking for a confident and commercially astute professional who can operate at a senior level.You will have:Experience in a Head of / Director-level transformation or programme roleProven track record managing large-scale change or cost optimisation programmesStrong understanding of public sector procurementExcellent commercial awareness and negotiation skillsAbility to interpret complex data and translate it into actionable insightOutstanding stakeholder engagement and communication skillsWorking ArrangementsHybrid working modelTypically 2 days per week on-site, with flexibility for the right candidateAdditional InformationInitial 6-month contract, with potential extension subject to programme successRole is part of a funded transformation initiativeInside IR35 (PAYE engagement)Apply NowIf you are an experienced transformation leader with a passion for delivering measurable financial impact, we'd love to hear from you.